Rep. Melissa Provenzano

Maddy summaryHB 1403 requires Oklahoma school districts to offer free, annual parent seminars covering youth protection topics like substance abuse prevention, bullying, mental health awareness, and internet safety (including pornography risks). These seminars must occur after 6:00 p.m. at least once yearly in a school within the district. School districts may opt out if their board determines the topics lack value for families, but must report their reasons to the State Board of Education. The State Board must develop a curriculum for the seminars and submit two progress reports to the legislature on implementation and attendance. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1399 requires school districts and other governments issuing bonds that need property tax increases or state credit to clearly detail 70% of bond funds' specific projects and costs in election materials and on their websites. It prohibits substituting approved bond projects with similar ones without voter approval (requiring a 60% vote), and mandates posting project updates online for the bond's duration. The bill limits unallocated funds to 30% of bond proceeds, ensuring most money is tied to specific projects. School districts must provide detailed project descriptions, costs, and updates online before and during bond projects.

Maddy summaryHB 1406 amends Oklahoma's sales tax law to extend the existing exemption for disabled veterans to include their spouse and guardian. This means purchases made by a spouse or guardian for the veteran's use (such as medical equipment or daily necessities) will now qualify for sales tax exemption. The bill modifies Section 1357 of the Oklahoma Statutes to clarify that the exemption applies to these additional family members. This change directly affects disabled veterans and their immediate family members who assist with qualifying purchases.

Maddy summaryHB 1404 creates a voluntary system allowing Oklahoma residents to restrict their own firearm access by placing themselves on one of two restricted lists. Individuals can choose a 180-day restriction (automatically removed after 180 days, with 30-day early removal option) or an indefinite restriction (requiring 90 days before removal request). To join, individuals submit verified forms via law enforcement or healthcare providers, triggering a National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) update within 24 hours. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation manages the lists, and handgun licenses are suspended upon restriction and reinstated upon removal.

Maddy summaryHB 1391 amends Oklahoma's tax calculation rules for income tax purposes. It adjusts how taxable income is calculated by adding interest from state/local obligations (unless already exempt), deducting amounts the state can't tax due to federal or constitutional limits, and changing how businesses handle federal net operating loss carryovers. The bill also clarifies how income from property (like real estate or investments) and business activities should be allocated between Oklahoma and other states. This affects businesses and individuals with multi-state income, particularly those with operations across state lines or investments in out-of-state property. The changes align Oklahoma's tax rules more closely with federal calculations for specific scenarios.

Maddy summaryHB 1398 requires cities and towns in Oklahoma to send copies of issued building permits to county assessors within 30 days of issuance, with electronic copies required when feasible. This administrative requirement directly affects local municipalities (cities/towns) and county assessors, streamlining record-sharing for property assessment purposes. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025, and does not alter tax rates or create new financial obligations. It is a procedural update to improve coordination between local governments and county assessment offices.

Maddy summaryHB 1407 requires taxpayers claiming Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax Credits and private schools receiving students funded by those credits to submit annual reports to the Oklahoma Tax Commission. The reports must detail exactly how tax credit funds were spent (including specific expenses and amounts) and explain how the funds directly improved educational programs, facilities, or resources. Reports must be submitted within 30 days after each tax year ends, with penalties for late submissions. The Oklahoma Tax Commission can audit schools or taxpayers to ensure compliance with these reporting requirements, which take effect November 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 1751 requires individuals appointed as guardians for certain persons in Oklahoma to complete specific training before assuming their role. The bill mandates that applicants submit proof of this training to the court and gives judges the authority to waive these requirements in specific cases. It also directs the Department of Human Services to maintain a list related to these training requirements and updates the legal framework for how courts manage guardianship cases.